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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 1984-09-27 Minutes MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS, HELD IN THE CITY HALL - 7301 NORTHEAST LOOP 820 - SEPTEMBER 27, 1984 - 6:00 P.M. 1. Mayor Echols called the meeting to order September 27, 1984, at 6:00 p.m. 2. Present: Dan Echols Dick Fisher Marie Hinkle Jim Kenna Virginia Moody Harold Newman Jim Ramsey Mayor Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilwoman Councilman Councilman Staff : Rodger N. Line Ginny Pierce Gene Riddle City Manager Assistant City Secretary Director Public Works/Utilities Press: Mark England Mid Cities Daily News Absent: Richard Davis Jeanette Moore Dennis Horvath Mayor Pro Tem City Secretary Assistant City Manager 3. The Mayor stated that there was a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Line stated that the recommendation was to approve PS 84-87 subject to the engineers comments, with the exceptions that the 30 foot right-of-way be dedicated to provide for a 60 foot right-of-way on Crane Road and to provide the fire hydrant coverage until such time as the water mains were adequate in the area. Councilman Ramsey moved, seconded by Councilwoman Hinkle, to approve PS 84-87 according to Mr. Line's explanation. Motion carried 6-0. 3a. Mr. Line stated that it had been brought to the staff's attention that the City did not have an ordinance regulating, prohibiting and controlling the sale and possession of drug paraphernalia. Mr. Line stated that it would be in the best interest of everyone that such a law be on the books in the event somebody came along and wanted to open what was commonly referred to as a head shop. Mr. Line stated that there might be some urgency to this and the staff took this CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLANNING & ZONING - PS 84-87, REQUEST OF ESTHER EDWARDS EVANS FOR FINAL PLAT OF LOT I, BLOCK I, THREE E. RANCH ADD ITroN APPROVED CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE ON PROMOTION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA ORDINANCE NO. 1155 APPROVED opportunity to put this together. Mr. Line stated it was one that was obtained from the City of Arlington, and was heavily proselyted, with review and revisions by the City Attorney and the staff recommended adoption of this ordinance. Councilman Kenna moved, seconded by Councilman Ramsey to approve Ordinance 1155. Motion carried 6-0 Councilman Ramsey commended the staff for their efficiency. 3b. Mayor Echols read the following resolution: WHEREAS, Mr. Pat Moffatt has served as City Manager of Haltom City for the past 21 years; and WHEREAS, he has served in that capacity with wisdom, professionalism, compassion for his fellow human beings, steadfastness and integrity; and WHEREAS, the citizens of North Richland Hills as well as Haltom City have benefitted from Pat Moffatt's leadership due to their sharing of a common city boundary; and WHEREAS, the bond of friendship and goodwill between the cities has been strengthened by Pat Moffatt's willingness and desire to provide support and assistance for worthwhile area projects; and WHEREAS, it is the desire of the North Richland Hills City Council to extend gratitude and best wishes to Pat Moffatt upon his decision to enter into his well-deserved program of retirement and other pursuits; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of North Richland Hills, Texas, recognizes and commends Mr. Pat Moffatt and extends its appreciation for his service to the Northeast Tarrant County community. PASSED AND APPROVED this the 27th day of September, 1984. Councilman Ramsey moved, seconded by Councilwoman Moody, to approve Resolution No. 84-27. Motion carried 6-0. September 27, 1984 Page 2 RESOLUTION COMMENDING PAT MOFFATT RESOLUTION NO. 84-27 APPROVED 4. The Mayor adjourned the September 27, 1984 meeting to Executive Session. ATTEST: ,~ September 27, 1984 Page 3 ADJOURNMENT Mayor Echols